It was actually funny because we came in the day before just to look at the menu, and when we came back the next day, they remembered us. It really felt like a family owned business, and the same three people were there both days. Everyone was extremely nice, and honestly, I would come back just because of how welcoming they were. We ordered the sesame chicken with fried rice, and the portion of sesame chicken was huge. I definitely wasn't expecting that much food, but I'm not complaining. The chicken was really crispy and had a great flavor. The food also came out pretty quickly, so there wasn't much of a wait. One thing I really appreciated was how attentive they were with the water. I drink a lot of water, especially with how hot it is in Hawaii, and I mentioned that when we first sat down. Every time my glass started getting low, the gentleman would come over and refill it without me even having to ask. He probably refilled it 8 to 10 times, which I really appreciated. The music was also really good, and we had a nice window seat where we could look outside. The seating was comfortable and the whole experience was just really pleasant. I would definitely recommend coming here, especially if you appreciate good food and genuinely friendly service. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Sesame Chicken Fried Rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

Love this place for sushi. People like to come here for Chinese food but the sushi is the star. It's clean, newly renovated, super nice inside, comfortable, ac and nice music. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Shrek roll yum - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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Very friendly staff and clean restaurant. The food is very tasty. I ordered the panang curry with chicken. The chicken pieces are very tender. Just a little on the spicier side , but I liked it. Most definitely will be back. read more

A tasty dinner with the family here in Kaneohe. Moonga Asian Bistro is a mix of Chinese, Japanese and Thai. The entrees were generous in size, but the prices are more then your typical neighborhood Chinese restaurant. We enjoyed the hot and sour/ egg drop soups. The Happy Family (mix of shrimp, beef, chicken and vegetables), Mongolian beef, orange chicken, teriyaki salmon with white/fried rice. The seating was comfortable and the tables were spaced off enough to feel not cramped. The service was quick and they even have a bar if tea isn't enough. #bigboyproblems read more

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It was my first time here, we came for a family birthday dinner and I was really impressed! We had a variety of dishes that included broccoli beef, pad Thai, General Tso's chicken, green curry and honey walnut shrimp. Everything was delicious! My favorite was the honey walnut shrimp, the shrimp were plump and crispy! It was all family style but the portions were generous enough that we even had leftovers to take home. The service was quick and the food came out fast! I'm so glad I got to try Moonga and I'd definitely come back to try more of their menu items! read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - General Tso's chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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OMG the shrimp is to say for!!! Sesame shrimp Happy family will make your family happy read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Sesame shrimp and Happy Family - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

Our first time here! And can't believe we havnt been before! Staff was amazing! Very friendly! They forgot my egg drop soup, so they came back with two. One on the house! They are all so sweet! The food!!!! WOW! Fresh amazing! Full of flavor! It wasn't too loud or bright . An amazing date night spot! We will definitely be back.! read more

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One of the best restaurants on Oahu! In fact it may be my favorite. My daughter's dance school performs at Paliku theater twice a year and for the week leading up to it I'm in Kaneohe nearly every day. I tried Moonga last May when we picked it up after her evening show. When we got home to eat the food we were all shocked at how good it was for take out. I knew I would go back following her winter performance. Fast forward to this week after a grueling 4 shows in 2 days our group decided to celebrate at Moonga. 3 of our aunties came for the performance and joined us at the restaurant. They can be quite the food critics but our 80 year old auntie said this was some of the best tempura she's ever had! Sesame tofu was 10/10, perfectly crispy perfect sauce. A must try for vegetarians. Sweet potato roll also delicious. Tons of seating and nice updated facility. The Waiter was very kind. I also appreciate that the waiter offered to split the tickets before we even asked. Many places don't do this. Easy parking in the lot outside. I'm not going to wait until the spring performance to come back this is one of my new favorite restaurants and I will gladly drive from town for that tempura and sesame tofu. read more

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Pleasant quiet respite in a more formal Asian, family-friendly restaurant. Good food. Not fast food and not priced like fast food. Table service with bar beverage service available. Good place for a family Sunday dinner. Food: our group tried several different meals-a curry, walnut honey shrimp, a traditional "happy family" type Chinese dish, and other menu items. All were done nicely and were very tasty. The hot and sour soup and miso soup were well liked. All came with a big bowl of white rice. Service: well done Facility-Clean, tables nicely spaced, (some with fabric benches) . nice decor, quiet music playing. Onsite parking lot. Location -convenient location on a main road in Kaneohe. read more

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Was extremely pleased with taste, texture and portion of food at lunch yesterday. Wife even complemented the full taste in gyoza appetizer! Panang Curry, full of chicken and vegetables. Tempura shrimp and vegetables were crispy and plentiful. Impeccable service. Anticipated needs and responded quickly. Wish I would have gotten his name to give him credit here. There is an incredible difference from building appearance outside to almost luxurious furniture and fixture accommodations inside. Didn't sit there but sushi bar seating looked comfortably inviting. Oh, and pricing for our lunch was very reasonable including my two Kirin beers. We vowed to return at least monthly for lunch or dinner. read more

It was my daughters birthday and she wanted pad Thai. We were in the area and decided to try this spot. We ordered a bunch of appetizers, sushi, dishes to share and of course chicken pad Thai. I will say that we were very happy with the shrimp dishes we tried, I believe the rock shrimp appetizer and the honey walnut shrimp. Fresh and cooked to perfection. The other dishes were good too but not the best I've had. Pad Thai could use some spice for sure. The portions were filling and the place was nice. Our server was great and there's lot of parking. read more

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This is definitely an all Asian bistro. I came here for a dinner woth a large group. This restaurant was cute and modern. Definitely a casual place, but still great for dates or a family dinner. There is parking around the restaurant and nearby. We came in, and already had a section reserved for us. The hostess showed us tonight spot and they were able to add some last minute orders. The food is not one kind but a variety of Asian dishes. I get the name of "Asian" bistro. They had Chinese, Korean, Filipino, Thai and even Vietnamese dishes. If you have visitors that aren't sure about any kind of Asian cuisine, this might be a great intro to all Asian dishes. Overall the food was pretty decent. The portions were a good size and the price was also affordable. You can probably grab a bunch of appetizers and share. It would still be a great meal. I got the lettuce wraps and they were delicious! I had to order another order. read more

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Moonga has quickly become one of my favorite spots. While the service can be slow, and the dishes never come out at the same time, the food absolutely makes up for it. A light and bright open space with ample seating and kind staff, it's a great place to meet people for lunch, but the tables are far enough apart for date night as well. Everything I've tried is amazing. Lunch specials are definitely the way to go price wise, with the chicken peanut curry being my top pick, followed by the sesame chicken and Mongolian beef. And the goyza are delicious! Steamed and pan fried on one side. Lots of sushi rolls to choose from, but my top two are always the black angel roll and the mango roll. So. Good. read more

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Great out of the way spot with nice interior decor. Menu covers Japanese, chinese and Thai options. Place was quiet, food portions, quality and service were excellent. If we lived anywhere near this place, we'd be very round from the frequency of meals we'd have here. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Fusion Roll Lover Roll Sunshine Roll Magic Roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

The Good: - Updated modern interiors! Different types of seating for everyone. - They serve sushi, Chinese, and Thai food... like what more do you really need? - They really nailed the sushi rolls. I'm quite impressed actually. - Convenient parking - GREAT customer service, everyone is so happy and helpful there... it's refreshing considering usually when I go to a Chinese restaurant I get the Chinese stare down The Bad: - Unfortunately, the last time I ate here, I had a sore stomach. But I have ate here a couple times, and didn't have the same experiene. So it is probably just me cuz I have a sensitive stomach. I am pretty sure its the raw jalapenos I ate LOL. This won't scare me. I will be coming back! The Weird: - It gives me mixed feelings because Pahhe's used to be here. And I have a lot of nostalgic feelings about it. Sentimental...ness. But in a way, I'm glad it's still a Chinese-ish restaurant to say the least. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro has a huge menu, from Japanese, Chinese, and Thai food. I think this might be why the food is lacking. If they pair down their menu and concentrate on treatment for the protein, they might have more consistent food. They have very reasonable lunch specials. The service is good and the space is very modern and chic. I've been here five times now and have found the food is either really good or just so so. This last visit, I ordered the lamb chops, which is one of their specials. I was disappointed at the lamb chops, they were very salty, and overdone. ( I could not finish this dish) and the sauce was not good at all. I think it would've been better if it was just plain hoisin rather than a mixture of hoisin and other ingredients that to me did not taste very good. We'll have to try ordering the lamb again. We'll see... read more

This is my new favorite place to come for a relaxing time, good atmosphere and great food. We probably eat here two times a month. And I always recommend it to my friends and bring family here when they are visiting the island. They have a great menu with anything from Pat Thai to sashimi. I love their peanut curry. It's probably my favorite dish. The orange chicken portion is more than I can eat in one sitting. They have a bar area and also a separate sushi bar area where you can sit at the counter and order sushi. I've always found the service to be very good and the place is very stylish and clean as well. They have accommodations for individuals or larger groups as well. You won't be disappointed I can assure you. read more

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Great selection... almost too many to choose from! The entre I had was delicious! Clean restaurant, alert staff. I recommend this place as best in Kaneohe for noodle dishes. read more

First time visit the host did not seem "in the mood" seemed a bit grouchy, we got sat pretty quickly as it wasn't busy at the time. Our server however was amazing, I asked questions being my first time and he was so awesome helping us pick a few meals. We started with Misco soup and salad, the salad dressing they use is omgggg really good. We also got some sushi to start, then our main meals. The entrees to me could be split between two people, good portions. I was able to share my meal with my mom. Price point is perfect for the food quality. read more

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After an evening gym session, we decided to try Moonga Asian Bistro this evening before they'd close at 10p. Last kitchen call is at 9:45p Plenty of free parking and this was such a beautiful restaurant! The interior gave a nice red gatsby look with a full mini bar as soon as you enter the restaurant. The seating was nice too because the booth chairs were soft and comfortable! There's a plethora of options from sushi, to Thai food. I think the highlight of the foods that we chose was the crab rangoons and the black angel roll. Crab rangoons were hot, fresh, and crispy with its side dip of sweet sauce. The black angel roll was my favorite : i loved the Kobe beef topped with the yuzu citrus taste - i highly recommend this! The staff were very accommodating and very patient with us when we couldn't decide what to order. The restaurant opened last year between April and May and I'd say that this place is a must-try when you're in Kaneohe! Ambiance is casual with light instrumental music, great for groups, accessible to wheelchairs, and perhaps taking someone here on a date would be a great place to start! read more

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This place is bumpin for dinner time. First time here and the food was quite delicious. They have a mix variety of Asian inspired foods. Tried the pad thai, 420 roll, shrimp tempura, calamari, stuffed jalapeño's and Tempura. It was all delicious. It can be a little pricey as well, given everything is Ala cart style. They have a restroom inside which is clean. The dinning area is spacious and comfortable. Service was alright. It was so busy and there were only 2 people who were waiting tables & working the bar for the whole restaurant. It took awhile to order. The waiter looked like a chicken running around without a head. He was also called out by name and ignored us. Once the waiter came over, We ordered everything at once (appetizers & entrees) we even ordered our food before receiving our waters. The food came out within 30 minutes of ordering and pretty much all at once. I give it 4 stars because they need more wait help, So their waiters aren't scrambling around the restaurant with just 2 of them trying to wait tables and manage the bar. read more

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I've eaten in and had take out from Moonga. Takeout was just okay, especially when there's so many choices for Asian food in Kaneohe. In person the service was super fast and friendly. We went on a weeknight and it wasn't crowded at all. Inside everything is new and modern as of November 2024. Chairs were a little low to the ground so if you have mobility issues just fyi. read more

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Great spot! The veggie rolls were amazing and the edamame one of my favorites. The service was great and very attentive. Really cool and modern space inside! read more

A solid 4.5 - 5 star spot. It offers a wide variety of different entrees. The Monkey Brain appetizer is quite delicious. The avocado, crab, and spicy tuna is a fun combination and the presentation is well done. The Kung Pao Chicken has good flavor. A lot of vegetables and wish it had more chicken, but it's tasty. Pad Thai is balanced and has a good flavor. The sesame chicken isn't overly sweet or too heavy. And the service is actually great. Once we placed a takeout order and discovered something was missing when we came home. We returned and they didn't question us. Didn't hesitate to give us our missing order. Love how honest they are. I do think they are a bit pricey and I wouldn't necessarily go there for any one dish. But if you want a different spot that has something for everyone, I would recommend giving this place a shot. I've never dined in, but the ambiance looks very nice. They did a nice job renovating an older spot. read more

Two words: NEW FAVORITE!! "Hey babe, wanna eat Thai tonight? -"I was feeling Chinese, babe..." "I'm torn! I really want curry but I'm totally jonesing for sushi, too!" -"Okay... where, then? It's getting late..." If your conversations go like this, or if you just want a new favorite Asian spot, then Moonga Asian Bistro is the answer!! Located in Kane'ohe just down the road from Windward Mall, this restaurant checks all the boxes to add to your dining out rotation. No exaggerating when the title states 'Asian' bistro... There's some Thai, Chinese, Japanese and Mongolian. Their food is, unexpectedly, higher end without the higher end prices. The atmosphere is date-night worthy. It's actually very beautiful inside and the lighting is perfect for relaxing vibes. We stumbled upon this place while searching for a restaurant after my girls' dance recital. The reviews were great and going there personally did NOT disappoint. Calista, the hostess, was very friendly and accommodating. The menu options are so varied that it's definitely hard to choose! We settled on the following: -Gyoza -Miso soup -Egg drop soup -Mongolian beef (spicy!) -Beef Broccoli -Teriyaki Salmon and veggies Each dish was awesome! Everything tasted so fresh and was cooked to perfection! The portions are sort of family style to be shared. If there are any vegetarians or vegans in your group, there are options for them. My family and I will most definitely be back very soon but I would consider this a great date night spot, too! read more

For being an "Asian bistro" with ok Chinese dishes like Kung Pao chicken, the SUSHI is unexpectedly high quality, super delish and a must do! We find the fish here is almost or at the Gaku/Uosan level and noticeably lower in price! Not that Gaku/Uosan aren't worth it bc they are ;). Our faves are the spicy lobster nigiri, King salmon, maguro, hamachi! We find the sushi surpassing many but the few non-sushi dishes we tried were just ok. The vibe is modern Chinese decor and casual. The staff are kind, casual and friendly. This is a super sushi gem in Kaneohe! One of our faves! read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Spicy lobster nigiri and tamago nigiri - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

My husband's relatives who live near Kāne'ohe neighborhood recently suggested meeting for lunch at Moonga Asian Bistro to discuss the upcoming Thanksgiving Day family dinner plans. We agreed to meet at this neighborhood Asian Fusion restaurant since we don't usually drive to the Windward side of our island. Although we were familiar with Moonga Bistro's location as the former Pah Ke's Chinese Restaurant and near our other favorite, Adela's Country Eatery, this was our first visit, and we made sure to allow ourselves at least 40 minutes of driving to avoid of any unusual traffic conditions. We arrived at the restaurant before my husband's relatives, so we entered and asked to be seated. While waiting, we perused their extensive menu, which featured traditional, contemporary, or fusion Japanese, Chinese, and Thai cuisines. Although my husband's relatives were running late and the restaurant filled with others, our server kept an eye out for when our foursome was complete and took our beverage and meal orders. The Lunch Specials Menu features three different menus to choose from: 1--Kitchen Lunch Specials, 2--Sushi Roll Lunch Specials, and 3--Sushi Lunch. My husband's relatives who have eaten at Moonga had already decided on their menu choices from the Kitchen Lunch Specials and recommended them to us. The Kitchen Lunch Special that we selected included a choice of soup, an egg roll, a choice of protein from about 24 entrees, and rice. It ranged in price from $11.95 to $13.95. We started our meals by sharing a Lettuce Wrap appetizer. The steaming hot and soy sauce-based chopped chicken-vegetable mixture paired well with the cool iceberg lettuce cups. My husband's relative's wife and I chose the Pannang Curry with Chicken ($12.95), my husband chose the Black Pepper Beef ($13.95), and his relative's choice was the Sesame Chicken ($12.95). Since my husband's relatives recommended the Egg Drop Soup, we had all started our lunch with a nice steaming hot bowl of it. The Pannang Curry was very mildly sweet and creamy that was enriched by the coconut milk. The chicken pieces were tender as were the vegetables in this curry. This Pannang Curry was tasty but not authentic Thai. I would order it again but maybe ask for a higher spice level to give it more chili-kick. The Black Pepper Beef lunch special that my husband chose was also mild and not as bold as we've tasted at other Chinese restaurants. Still, the tender beef slices and soft-crunchy stir-fried vegetables were on-point. My husband wolfed down his meal. My husband's relative ordered the Sesame Chicken entree with fried rice. I didn't try it but he enjoyed the mild-sweet and tender battered chicken pieces of this popular American-Chinese restaurant item which to me, looked similar to General Tso's chicken. He doesn't eat spicy food, so this chicken dish was perfect for his taste buds. The lunch special portions were quite generous and were of good value for their price. The flavors were all right and the service was friendly and attentive. read more

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Really enjoy the food and atmosphere. Very clean restaurant. There was a good selection of food, great portions, and comes out hot. Ivan the greater and waiter is probably the most likable friendly happy person you would ever meet. The sushi was excellent as were the other items we ordered. We had a birthday party for 10 and everyone said they will certainly return. read more

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The surrounding location is very unassuming, but when you walk in the restaurant, it has a very nice atmosphere. It has nice decor and the ambiance is very relaxing. The food was delicious. I found out that their fish is source from the local fish market. The prices on the menu are a little higher than I'm used to, but the cost of everything seems to be going up these days, so it's not a huge deal. The staff is very friendly and attentive. There is a good amount of parking, but it can be full at times. I hope once they get their full liquor license, they have some delicious signature cocktails available. Definitely recommend. Aloha. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Ahi Nigiri - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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The Moonga Bistro was a pleasant surprise. Their variety of Japanese, Chinese and Thai cuisines will satisfy all appetites. I had the green curry and it looked inconspicuous but the heat snuck up on me, though it wasn't too hot. Their variety sashimi was fresh with a nice presentation. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - House Sashimi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

We were planning to see a movie at Windward Mall within the hour and decided it was a good chance to try Moonga, very nearby. Checked their on line menu through Yelp. Told hubs let's order just two dishes then go straight to the show. Female servers and manager. They were so accommodating I asked if they had gift cards. The server said she'd ask the manager. Not even a minute later and the manager was taking my credit card to pay for the gift card separate from our food bill. The lettuce wraps were savory and delicious. Their Moonga Seafood had a whole lobster on the top with scallops, veggies and more plus a bowl of rice hubs had all to himself. The water was refilled as needed. Every table in our row next to the windows facing Kam Hwy in Kaneohe was occupied. Everyone looked like they were enjoying what they ordered. The table next to us had 3 women. One kept talking nonstop loud enough for us to hear every word that she was saying. She asked the server several times to take their photo. As we were leaving I saw one table to the right of the restaurant taken that was lucky in their own space. Not sure why but kept hearing chopping noises but couldn't see where it was coming from as the kitchen was further away. People who live nearby are lucky they can do takeout from here. read more

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Some friends took me here for my birthday and It was the first time trying Moonga Asian Bistro for all of us. Moonga Asian Bistro just opened and took over the former Pah Ke Restaurant. I was impressed how beautiful and classy the restaurant looked after renovation! They have array of items on the menu from Chinese, Japanese, Thai, sushi, vegetarian, and even some American menu items. Not sure how good it can be serving a variety type of food in one place, but it may appeal to many diners. Our group has mix feeling about this place since the dish of Kung pao chicken had more vegetables than chicken. Chicken was minced and to one was too spicy. I had the General Tso Chicken and it was good and so was the portion. I would order it again, but it didn't "wow" me. I did like the crunchiness of the chicken and the taste. It had nice big bite size chicken pieces. My deciding factor was the photos posted on Yelp which was a great help! The place was beautiful and clean. Workers were nice and accommodating. Food was served not all at once. All the sushi ordered from our group came on one plate instead on separate plates on how it was ordered. So everyone had to take their sushi order on to their plates if they had one. Hopefully the service and food would improve in time. I do want to try their other dishes. Perhaps in a group, family style would have been a great option to try a bunch of dishes but it was also nice to order what you want individually. read more

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Save the scroll: food here is flavorful, well portioned, and well priced. Many seem to find the variety of options to be a negative, but personally, they execute their menu well, so yes, you can have sushi and thai curry, and it's all great. We got seasame tofu, kung pao veggies, and veggie tempura. All come with rice. Price is around $14 per entree. The sesame tofu was very good, and I could eat it all day. The sauce is savory and sweet and not overly breaded or fried. Kung pao veggies has less kick than you'd expect but still a lot of flavor. Tempura veggies were perfectly breaded and a good assortment of veggies. Portions were enough for me and my (pregnant) wife to split the meal and have leftovers. We will be back. In fact, we already recommended it for a work lunch and my wife recently went with her friends. read more

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Dinner in Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii... My friend and I wanted to try this Hot New Business on the Windward side of the island and got our townie friends to join us! Moonga Asian Bistro took the place of Pah Ke's Chinese Restaurant. It's on the ground level of a two-story building, next to the Kaneohe US Post Office. The parking lot is shared with other small businesses such as Local Boy Sushi, a laundromat, and State Farm Insurance. The interior of Moonga Asian Bistro is totally different! It has been renovated to a modern, beautiful, upscale lounge-type of atmosphere! Wow... very nice! Service was pleasant, welcoming, and accommodating! I called in a reservation and had to change the number of people a couple of times... no problem! I had brought a birthday cake. The staff gave us plates and forks to serve our dessert... thank you! The menu had a lot of variety. There was something for everyone. I chose a Lobster Avocado Salad. It was just right! I enjoyed the Lobster tail - along with fresh greens and Avocado! We had a great time! The staff were attentive and didn't rush us away! Thanks for letting us celebrate together! read more

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Aloha...Fantastic service, food and quantity. Really like the iced mugs for our beers. Staff was highly attentive & friendly. We had a large party & ALL meals/pupus were awesome. Kudos & Mahalo to ALL @ MOONGAS!!!! read more

I'm not really sure why this place is so popular. We came on a Saturday night for dinner and they were full. They had us put our names on a waitlist and we waited for 10 minutes while they cleaned off a table. I only agreed to come here because I saw that they had Thai curries on the menu. I'm usually not a fan of "Asian bistros" that offer Chinese, Thai and Japanese cuisines all under one roof, but the husband loves Chinese food, so I agreed because I knew I could get something other than Chinese food here. Until it came to time to order.... The waiter convinced me not to order the curry because they only have spicy curries and are unable to change the spice level. Which means to me that they're all premade curries, probably from a box. So I ordered a sunshine roll, even though getting through the menu was a feat on its own. I don't think it would be hard to find an English speaking person to proofread their menu before printing. It's such a waste because the menus are sturdy and look good, but there are so many typos. Black Angle roll I think was the funniest thing I saw. There are also a bunch of things that have been crossed out. It looks tacky and they've only been open a couple months so I don't understand why they're already out of things. The food doesn't come out at the same time for the whole table. I saw people leave with half eaten plates of food. The table behind us were served the wrong dish and got something taken off their bill because they complained. The sushi roll was good but my husband's chicken was just ok. The service was pretty non existent. We were seen 3 times. Once to order, once to refill waters and once to drop off the check. From my observations, it seems like people come here for the BYOB (I saw one guy bring in a cooler lol) and the newly renovated decor.i think eventually they'll get their liquor license and the "upscale" factor is lost on the terribly written menu. Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be back anytime soon. read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

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My Wife and I along with our two grandsons went there today for lunch. First time being there for me. The food was great. I had the chirashi premium. Fish melted in my mouth. I highly recommend this dish. Honey walnut shrimp, pad Thai noodles and more sushi and raw fish, all real fresh. Ivan provided great service. We definitely recommend Moonga for great dining. read more

***4.5 STARS*** A group of foodie friends came here last night to celebrate a birthday. Many of us were excited to try Moongo Asian Bistro (MAB), Asian fusion cuisine that took over the space previously occupied by Pah Ke Restaurant. First of all, we were all impressed with the major renovation that really boosted the image of the restaurant. There were many staff all in black attire that really gave the restaurant a classy image. I had studied the menu prior to this get together and read a handful of mixed reviews so I strategized what to order: look at the food pics. MAB has quite an extensive menu offering sushi, sashimi, tempura, Thai, Chinese and even a popular local item...Loco Moco! Impressive. I opted for General Tso's chicken, a dish that I would never order with my family. This is a popular dish in the Continental USA where I've eaten it with dorm mates during my college years. My deciding factor was that it was the most promising dish that appealed to me. I also wanted to get something else and was hesitant on ordering sushi as it most likely would be a far cry from what I'm accustomed to at my go to joint. But after I was advised a 2pc amaebi was $12, I also ordered this but requested no sauce to be drizzled on the deep fried shrimp heads. The restaurant didn't seem that busy but it took some time for the food to come out. We utilized the waiting time catching up with each other as it has been some time since we last saw each other. Our food came in staggered stages and I encouraged everyone to eat immediately as food generally tastes better when eaten hot. I hit home run with my selection. General Tso's chicken was executed well. The chicken was deep fried with a nice exterior crunch and had a sweet and spicy glaze over it. The dish also had pineapple chunks, bell peppers, onions, carrots, and broccoli. The entree came with a bowl of white rice. I'd order this again. The amaebi nigiri was quite impressive. Kudos to the chef for amazing plating skills. However, the quality is not to what I'm am accustomed to. The heads were deep fried nicely but once again, I recognized the difference in quality. Edible but I won't order it again. Bonus points for the shiso leaf that really gave the nigiri freshness. Some of my friends ordered Kung Pao Chicken that looked good but they commented chicken was barely to be found. Another friend ordered Mongolian beef where the beef was stringy and challenging to chew. He also ordered unagi nigiri where it didn't look appealing to me at all. Eel was sliced thinly and no wow factor in my books. That friend was sadly disappointed. Service was kinda spotty. There were many wait staff on the floor but we found ourselves flagging the staff down. The staff were very friendly, patient and considerate as we were celebrating a friend's birthday. Staff over brought plates, a knife to slice the cake and even a lighter for the candle when she noticed our lighter had issues. Overall, a positive first experience at MAB where I'd be game for a return visit. I understand MAB is still new and has the typical kinks to resolve with any new business. My dish was tasty, with great portions, and reasonable pricing. read more

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This new fusion Asian restaurant that took over the old Pake Chinese restaurant in Kaneohe was always on my Yelp radar . I had an excuse to go there while celebrating a birthday with some good friends. Our reservations was at 6pm I arrived about 5:45pm the restaurant was not crowded as of yet . They did a great job Renovating the restaurant nice restroom, sushi bar and nice dinning area with bright lights . I ordered their Mongolian beef it was on the spicy side but it was ok . Other people in our group had the Kung Pao chicken which also was pretty spicy . Another person ordered the General Tsao chicken he said it was very good . This restaurant menu is very large from all kinds of Asian foods. From Thai, Japanese, Chinese and American along with a pretty large Sushi menu. I ordered 2x of their Unagi and it was just ok nothing to brag about . Prices on the sushi is very reasonable. Parking can be tight because they share the lot with other businesses . Technically I would rate this restaurant 3 Stars although since it's a fairly new restaurant I would actually give them 3.5 Stars Support local read more

Moonga Asian Bistro - Appetizer shrimp tempura - Asian Fusion Near Me - Kaneohe, Hawaii

It's Father's Day! This place was busy. When we stepped into the restaurant, we were immediately impressed with the huge upgrade in the ambiance compared to the former Pake's. The seating was very comfortable. We had a party of 4 and escorted to a table against the wall which had upholstered bench seating and on the opposite side of the table, rather than the standard 2 chairs, there was a nice roomy almost loveseat type of seating. We thought this would be great for a family with kids so you could keep them on the same seat with you. Service was good and our server was very polite and gave us great suggestions from the menu. According to our server, the restaurant has been open for only a month and a half so it seems they are working their way through their service delivery. Everyone who serviced our table was kind, polite and helpful. Portions are on the larger side so be ready to share. At this time, they are waiting for their liquor license so our server told us it is currently BYOB. We ordered Salmon Skin Salad, Mongolian Beef, Sesame Chicken, and Happy Family. We also wanted to try sushi: Magic Roll, Titanic Roll, and Kobe Roll. The main dishes each come with a bowl of rice. The sushi came first. What impressed us was the presentation. It was so attractively colorful as we dug in. Each had great taste and there was enough for all of us to enjoy. The salad is worth a try because there was a lot salmon skin on it and it was cooked just right. The meat in the Mongolian Beef was tender and tasty but it was a little on the sweet side for us. The sauce on the Sesame Chicken was yummy but I wished that it was not so thickly battered. The Happy Family dish was our favorite. It had beef, chicken, and shrimp mixed with vegetables. There's decent side parking lot and we did not have a problem finding a stall. Best of all, parking was free. Overall a very good first experience! We will be back to try other things on their menu. It's great to have another slightly upscale place to dine in Kaneohe. read more

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